Jobs

Role Title:                  IT Project Manager   

Responsible to:         Head of Information Services

To support the IT Department, we are looking to recruit an IT Project Manager to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to manage and lead the IT Elements of the X25 programme within schedule and budget. This will include the management and guidance of the IT activities and wider IT team to support LBAs portfolio of change aligned to the 5-year strategy.

About Us:

Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year.  We are committed to employing high-quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering outstanding service for our customers.

As part of the initial 5-year plan to fulfil our growth potential significant investment in the Airport is planned. At the centre of that investment is the extension and refurbishment of the existing terminal facility (Project X25). Fuelled by this investment, LBA has ambitious plans to double its revenues over the next 5 years, fuelling significant growth in EBITDA and cash generation.

We understand that our employees are our most important asset when it comes to providing the best service possible to our customers. We therefore operate with a ONE TEAM mentality, to enable us to DO THE RIGHT THING and ultimately BE THE BEST in what we do

What we need from you:

The nature of the job demands that the jobholder has strong IT project management skills and the drive to deliver results.

Ideally, the jobholder will have relevant project management experience with a very promising record of accomplishment. Ideally, you will have experience within a growing and changing environment over a significant period.  You will be the prime contact for the IT element of work.

Operational:

• ·       Must have a clear understanding of an End-to-End Project Lifecycle
• Must have worked in a Prince2 environment or similar
• Must have delivered projects and programmes in an IT environment
• Must be able to demonstrate a strong track record of successfully controlling and delivering several projects in a complex business.
• To ensure that appropriate consultation takes place prior to and during projects to enable fully compliant management in a way that meets with the requirements of all regulatory bodies (e.g. Aerodrome safeguarding set by the CAA and security requirements set by the DfT).
• Liaise with functional business groups to scope project requirements and ensure best practice is adopted and interdependencies are recognised/optimised, in order to enable the effective production of a project brief and fully appraised business case
• Control the programme to agreed time/cost/deliverable targets and be conversant with appointing and managing consultants including the production of schedules of services required to support our IT Infrastructure
• Responsibility for ensuring all criteria is aligned for sign off at each stage of the project
• Support any project related Testing (ST/SIT/UAT/Regression) where required
• Control the storage and access of documented business processes relating to the programme of work and its implementation in accordance with PMO Guidelines.
• Ensure the smooth transition to Live. 
• Responsibility for ensuring the integrity of LBA’s Project methodology is maintained.
• Responsible for producing and maintaining MS Project plans
• To manage the procurement process of projects, including the appointment of contractors in line with company financial standing orders, whilst always obtaining best value.
• Management of any project related Risks, Issues and Change Requests
• In relation to major capital schemes, prepare project documentation, specifications, drawings, programmes, estimates and contract documentation as required, in order to enable adequate pre-construction preparation and discussion as appropriate.
• Strong MS Project and Excel skills.
• Support the Senior Project Manager in providing appropriate management controls for the overall portfolio, including:

 - Timescales (planning and tracking)
 - Quality (incl scope and stage gates)
 - Costs (budgets, administration and tracking for both capex & opex)
 - Resources (people)
 - Benefits (identification, tracking and realisation)
 - Risks & Issues Management (tracking and escalations)
 - Interdependency management
 - Document Control

- Change control (overall management)

- Stakeholder mapping

Experience & expertise:

• Project management & proven PM operator - Experience in a high growth environment, with exposure to supporting a diverse range of projects and work streams
• Relevant industry background – Aviation experience not essential but should have corporate experience of operating in a business of similar, scale and complexity.
• Experience of operating in a private equity environment is advantageous
• Experience of delivering infrastructure and/or networking projects
• Building and Construction background – not essential but would be an advantage.

Personal attributes:

• Communication - Proactive worker, able to operate at both strategic and operational levels, who is commercially astute with exceptional communication skills at all levels
• Ethics & integrity - Operates with unquestionable integrity and fosters an ethical, values driven culture
• Results driven – Pro-active and energetic, with unerring focus on delivering long-term performance goals and continuous improvement
• Calmness under pressure - able to handle high levels of pressure, pro-actively manage multiple priority projects and exhibit critical decision-making
• Stakeholder management - able to balance the interests of the various stakeholders
• Accountability – takes clear ownership and accountability for assigned projects and tasks and is focussed on consistently delivering a high-class service to stakeholders
• Solid organisational skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
• An educational background, preferably in the a field related to technology, such as computer science, management information systems or technical project management
• Ability to act decisively in critical situations or to circumvent potential problems
• Team worker with a problem-solving aptitude

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Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk

Closing date for all applications is 25^th May 2023.

Role Title:                  Commercial Project Manager         

Responsible to:         Head of PMO

To support the PM Office, we are looking to recruit a Commercial Project Manager to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to central projects to support the Business Units in their journey to increase and grow the airport.  Primary purpose of this position is to plan and manage the delivery of projects in line with business objectives and ongoing operations.  This includes gathering business requirements, project planning, estimating, execution, implementation and management of contractors and 3rd party suppliers.

About Us:

Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year.  We are committed to employing high-quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering outstanding service for our customers.

 As part of the initial 5-year plan to fulfil our growth potential significant investment in the Airport is planned. At the centre of that investment is the extension and refurbishment of the existing terminal facility (Project X25). Fuelled by this investment, LBA has ambitious plans to double its revenues over the next 5 years, fuelling significant growth in EBITDA and cash generation.

We understand that our employees are our most important asset when it comes to providing the best service possible to our customers. We therefore operate with a ONE TEAM mentality, to enable us to DO THE RIGHT THING and ultimately BE THE BEST in what we do

What we need from you:

The nature of the job demands that the jobholder has strong project management skills and the drive to deliver results across many different types of projects, from Building to IT and Tooling to Upgrades.

Ideally, the jobholder will have relevant project management experience with a very promising record of accomplishment.  Ideally, they will have experience within a growing and changing environment over a significant period.

Operational:

• Must have a clear understanding of an End-to-End Project Lifecycle
• Must have worked in a Prince2 environment or similar
• Must have delivered projects and programmes in an IT environment
• Must be able to demonstrate a strong record of accomplishment of successfully controlling and delivering several projects in a complex business.
• To ensure that appropriate consultation takes place prior to and during projects to enable fully compliant management in a way that meets with the requirements of all regulatory bodies (e.g. Aerodrome safeguarding set by the CAA and security requirements set by the DfT).
• Liaise with functional business groups to scope project requirements and ensure best practice is adopted and interdependencies are recognised/optimised, in order to enable the effective production of a project brief and fully appraised business case
• Control the programme to agreed time/cost/deliverable targets and be conversant with appointing and managing consultants including the production of schedules of services required to support our IT Infrastructure
• Responsibility for ensuring all criteria is aligned for sign off at each stage of the project
• Support any project related Testing (ST/SIT/UAT/Regression) where required
• Control the storage and access of documented business processes relating to the programme of work and its implementation in accordance with PMO Guidelines.
• Ensure the smooth transition to Live. 
• Responsibility for ensuring the integrity of LBA’s Project methodology is maintained.
• Responsible for producing and maintaining MS Project plans
• To manage the procurement process of projects, including the appointment of contractors in line with company financial standing orders, whilst always obtaining best value.
• Management of any project related Risks, Issues and Change Requests
• In relation to major capital schemes, prepare project documentation, specifications, drawings, programmes, estimates and contract documentation as required, in order to enable adequate pre-construction preparation and discussion as appropriate.
• Strong MS Project and Excel skills.

Support the Senior Project Manager in providing appropriate management controls for the overall portfolio, including:
 - Quality (incl scope and stage gates)  - Costs (budgets, administration and tracking for both capex & opex)
 - Resources (people)
 - Benefits (identification, tracking and realisation)
 - Risks & Issues Management (tracking and escalations)
 - Interdependency management
 - Document Control

- Change control (overall management)

- Stakeholder mapping

Experience & expertise:

• Project management & proven PM operator - Experience in a high growth environment, with exposure to supporting a diverse range of projects and work streams
• Relevant industry background – Aviation experience not essential but should have corporate experience of operating in a business of similar, scale and complexity.
• Experience of operating in a private equity environment is advantageous
• Experience of delivering infrastructure and/or networking projects
• Building and Construction background – not essential but would be an advantage.

Personal attributes:

• Communication - Proactive worker, able to operate at both strategic and operational levels, who is commercially astute with exceptional communication skills at all levels
• Ethics & integrity - Operates with unquestionable integrity and fosters an ethical, values driven culture
• Results driven – Pro-active and energetic, with unerring focus on delivering long-term performance goals and continuous improvement
• Calmness under pressure - able to handle high levels of pressure, pro-actively manage multiple priority projects and exhibit critical decision-making
• Stakeholder management - able to balance the interests of the various stakeholders
• Accountability – takes clear ownership and accountability for assigned projects and tasks and is focussed on consistently delivering a high-class service to stakeholders
• Solid organisational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
• An educational background, preferably in the a field related to technology, such as computer science, management information systems or technical project management
  
• Ability to act decisively in critical situations or to circumvent potential problems
• Team worker with a problem-solving aptitude

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk

Closing date for all applications is 25^th May 2023.

To support the Engineering team, we are looking to recruit an Engineering Project Manager to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing expertise to facilitate the extension and refurbishment of LBA. The Engineering PM will assist in delivering a range of complex and diverse airport infrastructure development projects from inception to completion, across the full range of disciplines in line with the airports capital development plan.

Additionally, the role works closely with and supports the Engineering department in respect of contractor control, working closely with external contractors and business partners

About Us:

Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year.  We are committed to employing high-quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering outstanding service for our customers.

As part of the initial 5-year plan to fulfil our growth potential significant investment in the Airport is planned. At the centre of that investment is the extension and refurbishment of the existing terminal facility (Project X25). Fuelled by this investment, LBA has ambitious plans to double its revenues over the next 5 years, fuelling significant growth in EBITDA and cash generation.

We understand that our employees are our most important asset when it comes to providing the best service possible to our customers. We therefore operate with a ONE TEAM mentality, to enable us to DO THE RIGHT THING and ultimately BE THE BEST in what we do

Main Responsibilities:

• In relation to both minor (and major capital schemes under supervision), to prepare project documentation, specifications, drawings, programmes, estimates and contract documentation as required, in order to enable adequate pre-construction preparation and discussion as appropriate.
• To assist our internal clients and budget holders to develop the scope and technical aspects of their projects, in order to enable the effective production of a project brief and fully appraised business case.
• Be conversant with appointing and managing consultants including the production of schedules of services required.
• To manage the procurement process of projects, including the appointment of contractors in line with company financial standing orders, whilst obtaining best value at all times.
• To manage the construction phase of projects through to completion and handover and in doing so minimise any operational impact to the airports operation.
• To ensure that appropriate consultation takes place prior to and during projects to enable fully compliant management in a way that meets with the requirements of all regulatory bodies (e.g. Aerodrome safeguarding set by the CAA and security requirements set by the DfT).
• To manage individual projects budget resources within agreed business case limits.
• Efficiently planning, scheduling and controlling the workflow of all maintenance from origin through to close out.
• Assist with contractor control when required.
• Produce monthly KPI reports.
• Build and maintain relationships with other departments.
• Have a flexible approach.

Person Specification

• Proven experience of managing design and construction projects involving multiple stakeholders valued greater than £10.0M.
• Successful people management experience
• Knowledge of project monitoring systems including but not limited to, scheduling, cost and change control
• Demonstrated analytical skills in assessing and reviewing business processes to identify options, best practices and opportunities to improve service delivery
• Demonstrated ability to prepare process documents, policies and project documents (e.g. business case, feasibility study, budget estimates, etc).
• Knowledge of design and construction
• Knowledge of consultant and construction related procurement practices and procedures
• Knowledge of related government legislation in the areas of construction, fire codes, building codes, occupational health and safety regulations, etc.
• High degree of initiative and creativity
• Exceptional personal drive and motivation
• Strong facilitation and negotiation skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks and projects

Personal attributes:

• Not afraid to do ‘hands on work’, has a strong spirit of ownership and working within a less-structured environment.
• Results driven
• Proven ability to multi-task.
• A team player
• Excellent communication skills; strong writing and oral presentation abilities.
• Hardware/Software Knowledge Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, Office 365

Education:

• Post-secondary degree in architecture, engineering, project management, business or a combination of education and experience
• Project management certification or accreditation
• Must be able to obtain and retain a Transportation Security Clearance and RAIC at the designated level for the position.

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to andrew.snowdon@lba.co.uk.

Closing date for all applications is 18^th May 2023.

We are currently recruiting for 2023 both full time and part time Aviation Security Officers to join our team and have the following working options available from January 2023:

Permanent Full Time 40 hours - working a roster pattern of 3 days on 3 days off (consisting of early shifts starting from 0300 / 0400hrs and afternoon shifts starting anytime from 1100hrs - Starting salary £20,856

Permanent Part Time 21 hours - working a roster pattern of 3 days on 3 days off (consisting of early shifts starting from 0300 / 0400hrs and afternoon shifts starting anytime from 1200hrs - Starting salary £10,949

Main Responsibilities

This is a customer facing role in which you will be required:-

·         To carry out full and effective searches of baggage and airport supplies

·         To carry out full and effective searches of people

·         To carry out full and effective searches of vehicles

·         Undertake patrols of the airport terminal & grounds

·         To control access into restricted areas of the Airport

·         Check identification or travel documents for all passengers, staff and airport users requiring access to restricted areas

·         Deal with on-site security incidents with the team

·         Operate the x-ray equipment to screen all luggage for both the cabin and hold including other items being carried into restricted areas

·         Provide excellent customer service to all passengers travelling through the airport

·         Help with other departments at the airport if/when required

Person Specification

·         Fluent English language capability, both written and spoken;

·         Interpersonal and customer service awareness and skills;

·         Attention to detail

·         Smart appearance;

·         Punctuality;

·         Valid passport / drivers licence.

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk.

Closing date for all applications is 30th April 2023.

To support the Lounge team, we are looking to recruit a Temporary Kitchen Assistant to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing a first class service to our Lounge customer.

Main Responsibilities

• Adhere to professional standards of food presentation, production and portion control.
• Assist in the stock control of food. Monitor the food wastage.
• Work in line with standard operating procedures including hourly, daily and weekly tasks which includes maintenance, cleanliness and compliance in the operation of the lounges.
• Maintain stock levels, date and rotation and replenish food buffet service in the lounge.

Person Specification

• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities.
• Responsible and reliable.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Minimum Level 2 Food Hygiene certification preferred but not essential as this can be provided.
• Willing to work on a flexible basis as the hours of operation for the Lounge are 03.30am – 8.30pm.

• You will be required to work a range of shifts. Early shifts can start as early as 3.30am and late shifts can finish as late as 8.30pm. Our Lounges are open 7 days a week. Shift patterns are worked on a 4 days on 4 days off rotation on a 28-hour contract. Temporary contracts run March-October with the possibility of being kept on a permanent basis.

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk.

Closing date for all applications is 30th April 2023.

To support the Lounge team, we are looking to recruit Lounge Hosts to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing a first class service to our Lounge customers.

We currently have part time vacancies available of either 21 hours and 28 hours per week on either a 3 on 3 off or 4 on 4 off shift pattern. Salaries start at either £10,949 for 21 hours or £14,599 for 28 hours.

Main Responsibilities

To meet, greet and check all passengers into the Lounges

To work in line with standard operating procedures including hourly, daily and weekly tasks which includes maintenance, cleanliness and compliance in the operation of the lounges

To maintain stock levels, date and rotation and replenish food and beverage buffet service in the lounge.

To provide a food and drinks service in all lounges to customers

To prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with the airport alcohol policy.

To provide assisted service to passengers during their stay including knowledge and assisting with allergens and dietry requirements. Perform ‘back of house’ duties when catering staff members are not present or are busy.

Person Specification

A team player with customer experience being the utmost focus

Computer literate on mainstream PC applications including Microsoft office

Able to work on own initiative

Willing to work on a flexible basis as the hours of operation for the Lounge are 04.30am – 8.30pm.

You will be required to work a range of shifts. Early shifts can start as early as 4.30am and late shifts can finish as late as 8.30pm. Our Lounges are open 7 days a week. Shift patterns are worked on a 3 days on 3 days off rotation on either 21 or 28 hour contracted hours per week.

Please note you must be a minimum of 18 years old to comply with our alcohol service policy.

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk.

Closing date for all applications is 30th April 2023.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Role Title:                   Quantity Surveyor

Department:               Engineering

Responsible to:         Head of Engineering

 To support the Engineering team, we are looking to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to join Leeds Bradford Airport. The Quantity Surveyor will work on a range of complex and diverse airport infrastructure development projects from inception to completion, across the full range of disciplines in line with the airports capital development plan. The selected candidate will also be capable of pricing works and assisting the Project Manager where needed.

Additionally, the role works closely with and supports the Engineering department in respect of contractor control, working closely with external contractors and business partners.

About Us:

Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year.  We are committed to employing high-quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering outstanding service for our customers.

As part of the initial 5-year plan to fulfil our growth potential significant investment in the Airport is planned. At the centre of that investment is the extension and refurbishment of the existing terminal facility (Project X25). Fuelled by this investment, LBA has ambitious plans to double its revenues over the next 5 years, fuelling significant growth in EBITDA and cash generation.

We understand that our employees are our most important asset when it comes to providing the best service possible to our customers. We therefore operate with a ONE TEAM mentality, to enable us to DO THE RIGHT THING and ultimately BE THE BEST in what we do

Principal Accountabilities / Main Responsibilities:

• Provide commercial expertise to aid with the delivery of the contracted work by taking the commercial lead
• The provision of accurate and timely commercial reports and advice to the management team whilst ensuring the contract achieves the appropriate commercial targets
• Provide full general administrative support for specific projects within the portfolio (database management, trackers, dealing with complex technical project related correspondence, taking minutes and complex related engineering reports/texts). 
• Dealing with non-standard complex documents
• Responsible for various work packages within the project
• Incorporating management of the Subcontract process (Including Procurement of)
•   Manage change control procedures and register, including final agreement of change control values
• Provides key commercial interface for responsible work package manager and subcontractor
• Provide contractual & commercial support to Project Managers and Engineering.
• Responsible for work package cost management, including forecasting, budget management, control and period end reporting
• Monitor and actively manage and mitigate work package risks.
• Integrate with key project stakeholders, such as but not limited to finance, project management, engineering, sub-contractors, suppliers and employer.
• Responsible for maintaining auditable records for responsible work packages in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Management of all project contractual correspondence/notification aligned to the specific contract
• Support in the development, review, submission and final agreement of Project Tenders - Both Target and Fixed Priced Tenders
• To assist our internal clients and budget holders to develop the scope and technical aspects of their projects, in order to enable the effective production of a project brief and fully appraised business case.
• Be conversant with appointing and managing consultants including the production of schedules of services required.
• To manage the procurement process of projects, including the appointment of contractors in line with company financial standing orders, whilst obtaining best value at all times.
• To manage individual projects budget resources within agreed business case limits.
• Assist with contractor control when required.
• Produce monthly KPI reports.
• Build and maintain relationships with other departments.
• Have a flexible approach.

In addition to the above responsibilities and tasks which the job normally entails, you may, from time to time, be required to undertake additional or other duties as necessary to meet the needs of the company’s business on either a temporary or permanent basis.

The Person

Experience & expertise:

• Proven Quantity Surveyor experience
• Degree qualified or equivalent and/or hold or working towards professional qualification (RICS, IACCM or similar)
• Management of direct / indirect labour, materials, plant and subcontract costs.
• Management of the change / variation process from inception to agreement
• Period end reporting incorporating earned value, forecasting, analysis to actuals verse forecast etc.
• Good negotiation skills
• Implementation of commercial strategies
• Able to work with limited supervision
• Ability to manage expectations
• Strong communicator with excellent written and oral communications skills
• Good financial and commercial acumen
• Ability to work under own initiative, while maintaining milestone and deadlines
• Good Contractual knowledge and experience.
• Confident and able to deal externally and internally at all levels.
• Ability to operate effectively within a team environment
• Strong computing skills in MS word, excel, project and MS Outlook
• Knowledge of project monitoring systems including but not limited to, scheduling, cost and change control
• Demonstrated analytical skills in assessing and reviewing business processes to identify options, best practices and opportunities to improve service delivery
• Demonstrated ability to prepare process documents, policies and project documents (e.g. business case, feasibility study, budget estimates, etc).
• Knowledge of design and construction
• Knowledge of consultant and construction related procurement practices and procedures
• Knowledge of related government legislation in the areas of construction, fire codes, building codes, occupational health and safety regulations, etc.
• High degree of initiative and creativity
• Exceptional personal drive and motivation
• Strong facilitation and negotiation skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks and projects

 Personal attributes:

• Not afraid to do ‘hands on work’, has a strong spirit of ownership and working within a less-structured environment.
• Results driven
• Proven ability to multi-task.
•  A team player
• Excellent communication skills; strong writing and oral presentation abilities.
• Hardware/Software Knowledge Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, Office 365

Education

• Degree qualified or equivalent and/or hold or working towards professional qualification (RICS, IACCM or similar)
• Must be able to obtain and retain a Transportation Security Clearance and RAIC at the designated level for the position.

This job description is intended to reflect the post holder’s duties that would normally be expected to be undertaken.  Owing to the nature of the post, the above duties are not exhaustive and the Company may require you from time to time to undertake additional duties within your capabilities.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to Andrew.snowdon@lba.co.uk

Closing date for all applications is 26^th May 2023. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Role Title:  Air Traffic Control Watch Manager                 

Responsible to: Head of Air Traffic Services       

To support the ATC team, we are looking to recruit an AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL WATCH MANAGER to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES.

Main Responsibilities

• The ATC function in accordance with MATS Parts 1 & 2, other regulatory requirements and the requirements of the LBA SMS.

• The initiation of emergency procedures and reporting action in accordance with MATS Parts 1 & 2 and Emergency Orders.

• The management of ATC resources on a daily basis.

• Reporting of safety incidents in accordance with the established procedures of the regulator or internal Airport Company procedures.

• Specific duties allocated and delegated by the HoATS.

• In conjunction with the TDM, AOUS & FWM, the resolution of day to day operational safety issues.

• In so far as their duties allow, monitoring personnel and activities, to detect operational safety shortcomings generally.

• Liaison with other operational managers and supervisors.

• To maintain the highest possible standards, professionalism and customer focus when representing the department and the Airport.

Person Specification

• UK CAA Issued ADI & APS License Endorsements (Essential)

• Proven Experience of ATC operations in Cass D/Class G Airspace (Essential)

• OJTI and/or Assessor Endorsements (Desirable)

• Met Observers Certificate (Essential)

• Experience of using Microsoft Office software

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk.

Closing date for all applications is 1700 on the 12th May 2023.

Our Partners SSP are hiring a Team Member to work at The Saltair bar at Leeds Bradford Airport.

For full details about the job and for details of how to apply, please follow the below link:

https://www.sspcareers.com/uk/jobs/details.html?nPostingId=218171&nPostingTargetId=436307&id=Q8CFK026203F3VBQB8MV468MO&LG=UK&mask=stdextnew#

Leeds Bradford Airport is one of the fastest-growing regional airports in the UK, welcoming up to 4 million passengers through our doors every year.  We are committed to employing high-quality people who are ambitious to succeed and support our exciting plans for the future, whilst delivering outstanding service for our customers.

We understand that our employees are our most important asset when it comes to providing the best service possible to our customers. We therefore operate with a ONE TEAM mentality, to enable us to DO THE RIGHT THING and ultimately BE THE BEST in what we do.

What we are looking for:

We have an immediate need for a Finance Assistant to join our experienced Finance team, supporting the Finance Controller to deliver accurate and timely financial administration and purchase ledger duties to support business growth for our airport.

Snapshot of the role:

Corporate

• To ensure that the Finance Team is supported in delivering the overall team objectives.

• To represent the airport with all key stakeholders in order to establish and maintain an outstanding reputation for the highest possible standards in all aspects of the department.

• To maintain the highest possible standards of integrity, customer focus, commitment to Leeds Bradford Airport, ensuring that our Vision, Values & Behaviours are at the heart of everything we do.

Sales Ledger

• Work with other departments as required, ensuring information required to facilitate ad-hoc billing is obtained in a timely manner.

• Process ad-hoc invoices, ensuring correct charges are applied and invoices issued in a timely manner.

• Issue statements via email on a regular basis, and actively contact debtors to ensure payments are received within agreed terms.

Purchase Ledger

• Process supplier invoices, ensuring correct VAT treatment and that invoices are fully approved in accordance with the delegated authority matrix.

• Liaise with department managers and suppliers to resolve account and invoice queries.

• Reconcile and allocate direct debit accounts, resolving any queries and missing invoices.

• Reconcile Supplier statements.

• Process pro-Forma invoices in accordance with procedures and follow up with suppliers to ensure VAT invoice received promptly.

• Creation of BACS payment runs and ad-hoc payments.

• Regular review of aged creditors and pro-actively resolve any associated queries.

Bank / Cash

• Post and reconcile daily bank statements ensuring accuracy of postings and correct VAT treatment.

General

• Ensure VAT codes are correctly applied to sales and purchase invoices and all VAT procedures are followed in accordance with HMRC guidelines.

• Ensure all internal controls/audit procedures are correctly applied in accordance with LBA policies and procedures.

• Provide assistance in the preparation for the annual audit.

• Provide support for general business administration tasks – filing, mail handling, dealing with general queries.

• Liaise and deal with queries from aircraft operators, concessionaires and business partners.

• Work towards maximising use of the finance software functionality. Pro-actively identify potential areas for improvement or efficiency savings.

What we would need from you:

This is an office-based role where you would be responsible for managing predominately paper based, manual processes and therefore you will need excellent attention to detail. The plan is to move these processes to become more system based within the next 12 months, offering some development opportunities in return.

Other key skills needed are:

·       A good standard of high school/college education, including Maths and English

·       Experience of using Microsoft Office software

·       Experience or an understanding of a purchase ledger type role

·       Organisation Skills

·       Confidentiality

Even better, if you have knowledge of accounting systems and transactional accounting, but training can be provided in these areas.

What we will give you in return:

·       Free onsite parking

·       Electric Vehicle Scheme

·       Cycle to work scheme

·       Free lounge access

·       Onsite discounts

·       Friendly work environment

·       Employee Assistance programme

·       Genuine career opportunities

To apply for this position please forward your covering letter and CV to recruitment@lba.co.uk

Closing Date: 2^nd June 2023

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

Role Title:   Airside Operations Unit Manager  

Responsible to:   Head of Airfield Operations

To support the Airside Operations team, we are looking to recruit an Airside Operations Unit manager to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing a safe and compliant airside environment.

Main Responsibilities

• The day to day management of the airside operations unit team and airside environment.

• Ensure all the airside operations unit responsibilities are delivered in line with the Safety Management System throughout the airport and all relevant regulatory bodies, managed through oversight of agreed KPI’s.

• Responsible for oversight of airside reporting and investigation of accidents/ incidents on the aerodrome in line with relevant regulatory bodies and regulations. 

• Management of the airside activities covering inter plane fuel suppliers, handling agents and all other airside operators on the aerodrome.

• To formalise and initiate an efficient snow plan ensuring equipment, training, resource, and required materials are available H24 during the winter months.

• Take account of aircraft performance requirements with regard to runway declared distances, surface friction measurements and other runway physical characteristics, obstacle criteria and the effects of adverse weather e.g. snow, ice, crosswinds and other weather and contaminated runways.

• Management and implementation of a Wildlife Hazard control plan with appropriate training for internal and external staff. Habitat management assessment of relevant areas for bird strike hazards using all available information sources, keeping appropriate records in relation to bird hazards, strikes and dispersal.

• To support the engineering and project team to ensure that developments both on and off the aerodrome meet appropriate aerodrome licensing, planning and other legislation, in particular where the safety of operations may be affected.

• Develop and maintain seasonal aircraft parking plan to implement resource/facilities for delivering operational and service level agreements.

• Ensure that airside operations unit personnel are trained and exercised in the execution of the emergency plan according to their intended role and level of responsibility.

   Person Specification

• Strong leader with the ability to motivate and inspire others.

• Customer focussed with excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.

• Experience and knowledge of airside operations.

• Knowledge and understanding of ICAO, EASA, CAA, JIG, Health & Safety regulations

• Valid UK driving licence. 

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk.

Closing date for all applications is 17:00 Friday 2^nd June 2023

Role Title:   Airside Operations Unit Duty Manager

 
Department: Airside Operations Unit

Responsible to:  Head of Airfield Operations

Role Purpose:

To support the Airside Operations team, we are looking to recruit an Airside Operations Unit duty manager to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing a safe and compliant airside environment.

Principal Accountabilities / Main Responsibilities:

• To be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Safety Management System within the airside environment, including risk assessment and audit of own and third party areas, processes and equipment.  

• Day to day management of the Airfield and Apron including the interaction of aircraft servicing operations and other activities.  

• Responsible for the implementation of Wildlife Management Hazard Plan (WMHP) to ensure regulatory compliance.

• To ensure the optimum daily use of the apron parking stands and assist in the preparation of seasonal timetables.

• Carry out incident investigation and categorisation in line with company policy and provide reports and statistical information.

• To respond to extreme weather risk assessments and co-ordinate the preparation of surfaces including checks on equipment stowage, provision of anti/de-icing pavements and snow clearing.

• Responsible for the maintenance of all airfield grounds including grass cutting/spraying, chain harrowing and perimeter fence line clearance as detailed in the LBA Wildlife Management Hazard Plan.

• To provide airside training for all airside users to include manoeuvring area practical driver training and assessment.

• To co-ordinate Operational Works Instructions and supervise airfield work in progress including the co-ordination and escorting of contractors, safety briefings, etc.

• Responsible for actions detailed in the Leeds Bradford Emergency Orders

• To ensure the removal of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and co-ordinate airside spillages and disposal of contaminants for aircraft washing, runway sweeper, aircraft waste, etc.

• To monitor and report on Service Level Agreements for Ground Handling Service Providers.

• Administration of commercial activity schemes e.g. parking scheme for Ground Support Equipment, Airside Vehicle Permits etc.

• To undertake airside inspections; identify repair and maintenance requirements and ensure remedial work is undertaken as efficiently as possible with minimum disruption to passengers and operations.

Person Specification

• Strong leader with the ability to motivate and inspire others.

• Customer focussed with excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.

• Experience and knowledge of airside operations.

• Knowledge and understanding of ICAO, EASA, CAA, JIG, Health & Safety regulations.

• Valid UK driving licence.

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk.

Closing date for all applications is 17:00 Friday 2^nd June 2023    

Role Title:                  HGV, PSV and HEAVY PLANT TECHNICIAN

Responsible to:         MOTOR TRANSPORT SUPERVISOR

Permanent Full Time 40 hours – Annual salary £34,500

To support the Motor Transport team, we are looking to recruit an HGV, PSV or PLANT Technician to join Leeds Bradford Airport, to assist in providing Vehicle maintenance and a safe and efficient working environment.

Main Responsibilities

• To examine, inspect and report thoroughly on the condition, roadworthiness and safety of vehicles, mobile plant and/or equipment, by carrying out functional testing and applying appropriate diagnostic techniques to VOSA and CAA CAP642 standards.

• To perform vehicle and equipment repairs, to maximise the benefits to the business, by optimising plant serviceability and life span.

• To apply in a logical and progressive manner the appropriate diagnostic techniques in order to determine the causes of mechanical and electrical malfunctions within the components and systems of vehicles and mobile plant.

• To service, maintain, adjust and repair, vehicles, mobile plant, equipment and/or components, by utilising the necessary tools, equipment and facilities in a safe and efficient manner in line with the tolerances and service details specified by the supplier or customer.

• To interpret and implement technical service data and statutory standards to ensure that all work is performed in excess of the minimum standards defined.

• To carry out modifications to vehicles or mobile plant to suit the needs of the airport or its business partners.

• To manufacture simple component parts, using tools and machinery applicable to the MT section to high standards of accuracy and performance.

• To communicate with both internal teams and business partners in order to provide feedback on the progress of work.

• To drive and understand the operation of all vehicles and mobile plant used by the airport and its business partner customers.

• To recover broken down or immobilised vehicles and mobile plant utilising proper techniques, to minimise the risk of additional damage without causing any danger to others.

• To utilise IT systems to record all work done and parts used.

• To support the development of MT apprentices and trainees by providing training as required.

• To comply with the companies health and safety Policy and to contribute to the safety of the section by being proactive in maintaining a safe working environment.

• To participate in snow clearing duties and associated training.

• To adopt a flexible approach to work when undertaking the duties and responsibilities of this position in accordance with the needs of the business as directed by the head of Airfield Operations.

Person Specification     

• Customer focussed with excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholder

• Hold a current UK driving licence to Group C or CE.

• Good worker with the ability to motivate and inspire others

• Be reliable and enthusiastic

• Have good communication skills

• To demonstrate a willingness to learn about the function and operation of an airport and the interrelationship between the airport, business partners and contractors 

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

A driving medical will also be required to go with this position as “airside driving” is required.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to recruitment@lba.co.uk.

Closing date for all applications is Friday 9^th June 2023

Role Title:      AGL Engineer          

Reporting to: SAGLE (Senior Airfield Ground Lighting Engineer)           

Role Purpose:

The purpose of this role is to maintain, install, and repair AGL lighting systems and associated controls and power supply systems. The role also takes responsibility for all other airfield electrical supplies, including Air Traffic Control, Airport Fire Station, and Air Traffic Engineering sites and equipment.

This role will be working on a rotating shift pattern to provide 24/7 cover. You will also be required to participate in a call out rota, be prepared to work outdoors in all weathers, when necessary. Although the role is a technical role, it also involves the cleaning of airfield equipment (light fittings) & escorting visitors on site.

This role requires a high level of flexibility, and although you will be working as part of a team of four engineers, you will also be required to carry out loan working.  

Role Responsibilities & Main Duties:

•  Maintain the airfield lighting system to CAP 168. As per documentation.

•  Work on a live runway using radio telephony.

•  Carry out scheduled maintenance and operational repairs as required to maintain serviceability   of the systems that     are operationally and business critical.

•  Maintain and repair AGL operational generators, UPS’s and terminal stand by generators as   well as refueling.

•  Carry out monthly MALMS runs to prove, and document compliance for AGL photometric   measurements.

•  Assess the condition and performance of the airfield ground lighting installation with daily   lighting inspections.

•  Approved person for AGL high voltage switching/isolation and filling out HV permits.

•  Be computer literate and ensure all logs and documentation are up to date in readiness for a   CAA inspection.

•  Installation of any small new AGL systems in house and manage/coordinate larger projects carried out by others.

•  Maintain, repair, and install electrical systems to airside buildings and airfield sites, including the airport crash alarm   system.

•  Carry out regular stock checks of the AGL spares and domestic electrical and report to the line manager when stock   needs replenishing.

•  Maintain and repair apron and car park high mast lighting.

•  Carry out monthly checks on the airport HV (110000v) sub stations.

•  Assist other LBA departments i.e. Projects, ATE (Air traffic engineering), VWS (Vehicle workshop), TMT (Terminal   maintenance team), AFS (Airport fire service), as well as external contractors where necessary. This includes forklift   truck driving, cherry picker operation, mini digger work and escorting duties (training provided).

•  Assist with snow clearing as per the snow plan.

•  Working to departmental risk assessments and COSHH records.

•  Provide ATC (Air traffic control) with 24 Hour support with regards to the airfield ground lighting system and any issues requiring assistance or guidance.

Qualifications Essential & Desirable:

Essential

• Time Served Electrical Apprenticeship

• City & Guilds Electrical BS7621 18^th Edition.

• City & Guilds 2391 or Equivalent.

• Good Level of Spoken & Written English.

• Computer literate with Outlook, Excel & Word.

• Valid UK driving license.

Desirable

• City & Guilds Accredited AGL Courses. (AGL 1,2, AGLT, AGLSM

• City & Guilds Accredited Authorised Person. (APAGL)

• Knowledge of CAA, ICAO for AGL systems.

Full training or retraining will be provided where necessary, which may include some residential courses.

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please forward your CV and Covering Letter to gavin.thompson@lba.co.uk

Job Details:

Title:                    Data Science Apprentice

Location:            Leeds Bradford International Airport, ability to WFH ad-hoc

Contract:            Full Time, 37 hours per week

Hours:                 Monday to Thursday 9am – 5pm, Friday 9am – 4.30pm

Salary:                 £22,000

We have an exciting vacancy in the Resource Planning & BI team at Leeds Bradford Airport as Data Science Apprentice.

Working within the Resource Planning & BI Team, you will be responsible for organising various data streams at LBA and producing meaningful analysis and insight using all available data.

You’ll be utilising mathematical models, metrics and large data sources within your role whilst helping to drive a large Business Intelligence initiative. Your role will be a driver of the Business Intelligence strategy at Leeds Bradford Airport, ensuring the data processes meet high standards in data management and presentation.

To assist in your Data Science journey, Leeds Bradford Airport will fully fund a Data Science Apprenticeship (Level 6) BSc Degree, helping you obtain key skills and experience relevant to your employment. Upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship course, you will receive a full Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Data Science degree.

We encourage applications with all experiences to apply, however the minimum requirement for the apprenticeship is 104 UCAS points and GCSE mathematics and English (grade C or above).

What you will be doing

• At least 1 day a week (or equivalent) spent on Academic Learning (Data Science Apprenticeship  Level 6 BSc)

• Support in driving the business intelligence strategy, gathering data & reporting requirements from around the business

• Organising large data sets in to clean and actionable data

• Leading on the implementation and development of our Business Intelligence tool (Qlik BI) across the business

• Produce daily, weekly & monthly reports for various levels of stakeholders around the business

• Assist the Resource Planning Team by producing accurate data for Demand Forecasting

• Reviewing Airport KPIs and Performance, whilst producing relevant and actionable insight

 About You

• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), advanced excel skills desired

• Confident with numerical concepts

• Logical mindset, apt to finding solutions

• Excellent time management

• Good standard of presentation skills

• Strong customer focus, who is a proactive self-starter with a forward-thinking approach to driving insight and change

Apprenticeship Entry Requirements

104 UCAS points and GCSE mathematics and English (grade C or above)

If you are interested in applying for this Apprenticeship role, please send your CV to Dan Hunt, Operations Engineer at dan.hunt@lba.co.uk 

Due to security checks required for this role, all candidates will be subject to a basic criminal record check and must be able to provide a continuous five year checkable work history with verified gaps in employment. Full details and dates of all periods of employment/unemployment/education must be provided for the previous five years.  

Closing date for all applications is 30th June 2023.